Learn How to Write a Shape Poem
A shape poem, also known as a concrete poem, is a poem that uses the arrangement of the words on the page as a tool. Simply put, the poem makes a …
Continue ReadingImproving Self-Esteem & Confidence in Students with Special Needs
Many students with special needs want to do well on exams, but face a multitude of challenges. Some of which are low self-esteem and text anxiety. …
Continue ReadingLesson on Predicting Outcomes for Kindergarten: Two Day's Worth of Activities
Children love playing guessing games and we want them to learn how to make educated guesses. Arm them with the skills they need to predict outcomes …
Continue ReadingShadow Paintings Art Lesson for Middle or High School Students
Make a creative memory from your class history day with shadow paintings!
Continue ReadingDeciding What to Leave in When Drawing from a Reference Photo: A Quick Draw Art Lesson for Middle or High School
Wow! That reference photo has a lot of stuff in it…how do you turn it into a drawing or painting?
Continue ReadingHow to Increase Scores on State Benchmark Exams for Students with Special Needs
The last thing a Special Education teacher should do is expect students with special needs to perform the same as a typical student in all areas. …
Continue ReadingColor vs. Value in Art: Lesson for Middle or High School Students
Let your students explore the difference between emphasizing color or contrasting lights and darks!
Continue ReadingFDR's Court-Packing Plan, the Flint Sit-Down Strike & Legacy of the New Deal
This writing assignment can be used either as a summative or formative assessment and is flexible enough for any level of student. Document-based …
Continue ReadingThe History of the Ballad & How to Write Your Own
A ballad is a traditional form of long, narrative poetry, sometimes set to music. Whether writing one for a school assignment, or just for fun, …
Continue ReadingWhat are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs): Science Lesson Plan Exploring the Controversy
Did you know that humans can combine DNA of two or more organisms to create brand new organisms? Did you know that some of the food you eat may come …
Continue ReadingArt Lesson on Painting: Exploring Color, Mood & Music
Let your students experiment with the relationship between color and mood by painting to music.
Continue ReadingThe Dust Bowl: Lesson for High School History
The Dust Bowl is one of the most iconic events of the Great Depression. This lesson explores the event, using different media to bring it to life for …
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